Launch Your Future with a CIEE First Year Abroad Program

Languages: French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish&nbsp;
Arts: Intro to Studio Art, Music Appreciation, and Art History
Social Sciences: World History, Cultural Geography, and Intro to Psychology
Business: Principles of Management, Microeconomics, and Macroeconomics&nbsp;
Math: Intro to Statistics, College Algebra, and Calculus
Science: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and Environmental Science

Start College in a Location Like Kyoto, London, or Berlin!

What if you could explore the world before starting college in the U.S.? CIEE's First Year Abroad (FYA) program lets you do just that!

FYA is your ticket to starting college in one of 14 global locations while earning credit through Dean College, FYA's academic home and school of record. Upon your return, you can transfer to the college of your choice or continue at Dean in a bachelor’s degree program. Whatever path you follow, you will have gained the confidence and maturity that will make a real difference on campus and set you up for success!

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What Students Are Saying About CIEE

I had a wonderful time. CIEE strikes a very good balance between structured and free time. I had enough freedom to get to do everything that I wanted to do on my own or with friends.

Zoe T.
The CIEE staff was helpful and kind. Plus, the activities were varied and helped me form a better picture of my location.

Luka M.
I loved our group day trips. It was a good time to get out of the city a bit, bond with others on program and explore more of Spain. It was an incredible experience, well planned with great support.

Harper D.
The friends I made on this trip are the best friends I could possibly have. I owe these friendships to this trip and I could not be more grateful.

Imogen S.